Lord Vayu Dev is the Hindu God of Wind and one of the Pancha Mahabhutas (Five Elements). He is the life force (Prana), father of Lord Hanuman and Bhima, and the giver of strength, speed, and good health. Worshipping Vayu Dev brings physical and mental strength, removes breathing-related problems, increases vitality, and helps in overcoming obstacles.
Preparation
Take a bath early in the morning
Wear clean white, blue or saffron clothes
Clean the puja place thoroughly
Place the idol or picture of Vayu Dev (along with Hanuman Ji if possible)
Sit facing North-West direction
Required Materials
Idol or picture of Vayu Dev
White or blue cloth
Fresh flowers (white or blue)
Incense sticks (agarbatti)
Ghee lamp (diya)
Sandalwood paste
Kumkum, turmeric, akshat
Fruits (especially banana and apple)
Sweets
Coconut
Betel leaves and nuts
Panchamrit
Sankalp (Resolution)
Sit peacefully and take a sankalp
Pray for good health, physical strength, vitality, and removal of obstacles
Puja Vidhi Steps
Light the lamp and incense sticks
Worship Lord Ganesha first for obstacle removal
Offer flowers, sandalwood paste, kumkum and akshat to Vayu Dev
Perform abhishek (bath) with water or panchamrit
Offer fruits, sweets, banana and coconut as naivedya
Chant Vayu Dev mantras with devotion
Main Mantra
Om Vayave Namah
Om Pavanaaya Namah
Om Hanumat Pitaaya Vayave Namah
Chant any of the above mantras 108 times or multiples of 108
Aarti & Pradakshina
Perform Vayu Dev Aarti with devotion
Circumambulate the altar 3, 7, or 11 times
Pranam & Conclusion
Bow down to Vayu Dev and pray for strength, good health and prana shakti
Seek blessings for yourself and your family
Distribute prasad among family members
Important Instructions
Vayu Puja is especially beneficial on Saturdays, Thursdays, and during Hanuman Jayanti. It is highly recommended for people suffering from breathing problems, low energy, Vata dosha, or those who need physical and mental strength. Always worship Vayu Dev with pure heart and positive thoughts. Offering bananas and lighting incense pleases him greatly.